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Meet CJ Pedone, a native of New York, who is on the cusp of receiving his MBA from West Virginia University. Pedone's journey to academic excellence began with a bachelor's degree in food science from Penn State University. Recognizing the importance of developing both his soft and hard skills, Pedone chose to pursue his MBA at WVU, setting the stage for a successful career. 

With an upcoming move to Wilmington, North Carolina, Pedone is excited to join PepsiCo and apply his refined managerial skills and business acumen in a dynamic professional environment.

Meet Thomas Green, a proud native of Morgantown and a sports management alumnus of West Virginia University (WVU). Green's deep-rooted connection to WVU, combined with his undergraduate business education, ignited his curiosity to further study business. After successfully completing his MBA at WVU, Green is set to embark on an exciting journey with Republic Services in Tampa, Florida. His journey is driven by a passion for business and a commitment to making a positive impact.

For Green, attending WVU was a natural choice as it has been a part of his family's tradition. Moreover, he resonates with the university's land-grant mission, which emphasizes accessibility, community engagement, and knowledge dissemination. The business acumen Green gained during his undergraduate studies fueled his desire to delve deeper into the world of business. Fortunate to receive a graduate assistantship within the Chambers College, Green found himself surrounded by opportunities to enhance his skills and connect with industry professionals.

Meet Lauren Moore, a West Virginia native and alumna of the economics program at West Virginia University (WVU). Moore's journey took an exciting turn as she pursued the Business Data Analytics (BUDA) program, where she discovered a unique blend of her love for technology and passion for making a difference. 

The experiential learning opportunities and collaborative projects with her peers have made her BUDA experience truly exceptional. As she prepares to graduate with her master's degree, Moore looks forward to joining Noblis, a Data Driven WV partner, where she can apply her skills and contribute to the data-driven industry.

Figuring out what you want to do in life and then actually going for it takes courage. It requires stepping out of your comfort zone, taking risks, and believing in yourself. Nathan Baker, a graduate from Fairmont, West Virginia, embodies this spirit of determination and fearlessness as he graduated with a dual-degree in accounting and finance.

From an early age, Baker knew he wanted to work in the business field. He felt a strong connection to West Virginia, his home, but also had a desire to explore the world around him. Through his travels, he realized the impact of being a WVU alumnus and the opportunities it could bring. This realization sparked his ambition to re-enroll at West Virginia University and pursue his dream.

Our motto holds true: Mountaineers go first.

Deanna Crumm, founding officer for WVU's first-ever Women in Business (WiB) student organization, embodies the spirit of adventure and excellence that defines the Mountaineer community. WiB received the Outstanding Online Presence Award for two consecutive years, 2020-2021 and 2021-2022, a testament to Crumm's leadership and the organization's success.

In the diverse landscape of West Virginia University (WVU), the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation thrives within individuals like Steven Chettleburgh. From running a successful yard sale business in middle school to becoming the president of the WVU Entrepreneurship Club, Chettleburgh's passion for entrepreneurship has been a driving force throughout his academic journey. 

Join us as we explore his love for innovation, his contributions to the WVU community, and his dreams of opening his own business.

On Saturday, May 13, more than 700 business students will become a part of our Chambers College alumni family and embark on their next journey.

While I have uncovered many “truths” about giving, this post is going to focus on the very first one I unveiled: the benefits of sentimental gifts.

Take a moment to recall this most recent winter holiday season and all the gifts you gave. Chances are, most of them were superficial in nature: perhaps you gave an athletic jersey, a gift card, or a nice electronic item.

Wendy Mazzei is a West Virginia native who currently works as Director of Human Resources at WVU Medicine. She recently decided to continue her education through our Chambers College Online Master’s in Human Resource Leadership (HRL) program. 

Learn more about Mazzei, her experience in the program and how it provides the skills needed to advance in her career.

A four-year Army ROTC National Scholar beginning medical school in the fall, a Fulbright Scholar eager to work as a teaching assistant in Bulgaria and an aspiring teacher who has reached out across the state to help combat stereotypes about Appalachian dialects are among the graduating seniors receiving the Order of Augusta, the most prestigious West Virginia University student award.